What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Balham?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Balham is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow to Balham?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Balham is to taxi which takes 36 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow station to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Balham Station via Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Balham?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Balham Station via Tottenham Court Road station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Heathrow to Balham?

The distance between Heathrow and Balham is 23 miles. The road distance is 17.2 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow to Balham without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Balham without a car is to train and subway which takes 58 min and costs £18 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow to Balham?

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Heathrow to Balham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Balham bus from?

Heathrow to Balham bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Balham train from?

Heathrow to Balham train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Where does the Heathrow to Balham bus arrive?

Heathrow to Balham bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the Heathrow to Balham train arrive?

Heathrow to Balham train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Tottenham Court Rd station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Balham is 17 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Heathrow to Balham.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow to Balham?

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Where can I stay near Balham?

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Heathrow to Balham - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, line 035 bus, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Heathrow to Balham by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the subway from Tottenham Court Road station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
58 min
£19–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Charing Crossbus N9
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Balham Stationbus N155
2h 7m
£3–37
Line 035 bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035 / ...
1h 24m
£15–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow to Balhamtaxi 17.1 mi
36 min
£45–60
Drive 17.1 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Balhamcar 17.1 mi
36 min
£5–7
Subway
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Leicester Square stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the subway from Leicester Square station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
1h 12m
£5–9

Heathrow to Balham by train and subway

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58 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 22.7 mi
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Heathrow, England and Balham, England?

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £10–16 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Balham Station via Leicester Square station in around 1h 12m.

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